Family Demands Video Release After Tennessee National Guard Fatally Shoots Man in Memphis

Tennessee National Guard Use of Force Incident·Latest event July 6, 2026

Jul 6

Family Demands Video Release After Tennessee National Guard Fatally Shoots Man in Memphis

The family of 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson is demanding the release of video footage after he was killed by Tennessee National Guard members. The soldiers were patrolling downtown Memphis as part of a state task force when the incident occurred. Guard members were on patrol with local police as part of a federal anti-crime initiative. Officials report that the troops shot the man after he allegedly pulled a gun during a foot pursuit. The family's request for footage highlights growing calls for transparency regarding the use of military personnel in local law enforcement roles.

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Jul 6

Tennessee National Guard Members Fatally Shoot Armed Man During Memphis Pursuit

Two members of the Tennessee National Guard fatally shot a man in Memphis during a pursuit on July 5. The guardsmen were working as part of a federal crime-fighting task force when the confrontation occurred. Police stated that the man allegedly brandished a firearm and turned toward the guardsmen before they fired their weapons. This incident took place while the military personnel were on patrol in the downtown area to assist with local law enforcement efforts.

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